Author Question: In peritoneal dialysis, the peritoneum serves as the a. nephron. b. dialysate. c. homeostatic ... (Read 17 times)

PhilipSeeMore · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

In peritoneal dialysis, the peritoneum serves as the

a. nephron.
b. dialysate.
c. homeostatic agent.
d. dialysis membrane.

Question 2

Patients treated with hemodialysis often require supplements containing

a. trace elements.
b. essential fatty acids.
c. fat-soluble vitamins.
d. water-soluble vitamins.

Missbam101 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
In peritoneal dialysis, the peritoneum serves as the dialysis membrane. It serves some, but not all of the functions of a nephron. Dialysate is instilled into the peritoneal cavity. Homeostasis is achieved by balancing food and fluid intake with dialysis.

Answer to Question 2

D
Patients treated with hemodialysis often require supplements of water-soluble vitamins because of poor intake and losses during dialysis. Most patients do not need supplements of trace ele-ments, essential fatty acids, and fat-soluble vitamins.